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Request to Register Foreign Order Pursuant to RSA 458 A26

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THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

JUDICIAL BRANCH

http://www.courts.state.nh.us

Court Name:

Case Name:

Case Number: (if known)

REQUEST TO REGISTER FOREIGN ORDER Pursuant to RSA 458-A:26

One (1) Certified Copy And One (1) Photocopy Of The Order Must Be Attached

Support or Alimony - No filing fee

Divorce, Custody, Civil Union Dissolution, Visitation, etc. - Filing Fee required

1. Your Name

Date of Birth

Telephone

Your Address

2. Other Party's Name

Date of Birth

Telephone

Other Party's Address

3. List minor children born to or adopted by the parties:

Name Date of Birth Current Address

4. What type of case are you asking the Court to Register? (One (1) certified copy and one (1) photocopy must be attached)

5. In what state(s) or country(ies) was this case heard?

6. What date was the foreign (out of state) order issued?

7. Is the case or Is there a hearing scheduled?

8. If yes, what is still pending?

9. State, in your own words, why you want to register this Order:

Case Name:

Case Number:

PETITION TO REGISTER FOREIGN ORDER IN AFFIDAVIT FORM

Questions #10-#12 answer for SUPPORT CASES ONLY.

10. A description and the location of any property (house, cars, etc.) owned by the person ordered to pay support.

11. How much child support is owed as of this date?

12. I have notified the N.H. Division of Human Services that I am filing this petition.

Sworn Statement of Petitioner:

I swear or affirm to the best of my knowledge and belief that the foreign order I seek to register has not been modified.

Date

Signature of Petitioner

State of

County of

This instrument was acknowledged before me on by

My Commission Expires

Affix Seal, if any

Signature of Notarial Officer / Title

Signature of Attorney for Petitioner

Bar #

Printed Name, Address and Phone Number of Attorney

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What this Request to Register Foreign Order Pursuant to RSA 458 A26 Is

The Request to Register Foreign Order Pursuant to RSA 458 A26 is a formal filing used to seek recognition and registration of a child support or family-court order issued in another jurisdiction so it may be enforced in New Hampshire. The request typically attaches a certified copy of the foreign order, proof of the original court's jurisdiction, and any required affidavits or supporting declarations. Registration allows New Hampshire courts and enforcement agencies to treat the foreign order as if it were a local order for service, enforcement, wage garnishment, and other remedies provided under state law and interstate enforcement mechanisms.

Why Register a Foreign Order Under RSA 458 A26

Registering a foreign order enables local enforcement tools such as income withholding, contempt proceedings, and liens within New Hampshire. It clarifies which court has authority for post-registration actions and reduces the need to relitigate the original merits.

Why Register a Foreign Order Under RSA 458 A26

Who files this Request and who is affected

Typical filers include custodial parents, state child support agencies, or private attorneys seeking enforcement of an out-of-state family support order in New Hampshire.

  • State child support enforcement agencies initiating registration for administrative enforcement or collection.
  • Private attorneys representing a parent or obligee pursuing local remedies and enforcement.
  • Self-represented obligees who need wage withholding, income reporting, or contempt proceedings locally.

Parties served by the registered order must be given notice and an opportunity to contest registration under procedural rules; registration changes practical enforcement options within the state.

Step-by-step: Completing the Request to Register Foreign Order Pursuant to RSA 458 A26

Follow these sequential steps to prepare a complete filing and reduce processing delays.

  • 01
    Gather Documents: Obtain a certified copy of the foreign order and any accompanying judgments or arrears records.
  • 02
    Prepare Affidavit: Complete an affidavit attesting to the order's authenticity and service history.
  • 03
    Complete Form: Fill the Request form accurately and include petitioner and respondent contact information.
  • 04
    File and Serve: File with the appropriate New Hampshire clerk and serve the other party per court rules.

How to set up a digital filing workflow

Configure an online workflow to collect signatures, attach certified documents, and generate service copies for efficient filing.

Field Configuration
Document Upload Require PDF certified copy and supporting exhibits
Signature Blocks Place signature and date fields for affidavit and filer
Authentication Enable email verification or SMS code for signer identity
Delivery Auto-generate service copies and filing receipt PDFs

Filing pathway: from submission to local enforcement

The registration process follows predictable operational steps from filing through potential enforcement actions.

  • Submit Request: File the request and attachments with the court clerk or designated registry.
  • Notice to Parties: Clerk or filer serves notice to the respondent and any relevant agencies.
  • Opportunity to Contest: Respondent may file objections within the time specified by court rules.
  • Enforcement: If registered and not invalidated, local remedies such as wage withholding may proceed.

Digital filing and eSubmission considerations

Confirm the court clerk accepts electronic filings and whether they require certified PDFs, specific file naming, or e-filing portals.

  • Accepted Formats: PDF/A preferred; include certified copies as single-file PDFs
  • Authentication: Use email, SMS, or two-factor methods for signer attribution
  • Integrations: Ensure compatibility with court e-file portals or agency upload systems

Timing and typical processing expectations

Expect processing times and required response windows; meet service and objection deadlines to avoid delays.

Filing Date:

Date you submit the Request to the clerk; triggers notice timelines

Service Deadline:

Serve respondent promptly per court rules, typically within days of filing

Objection Period:

Respondent may have a statutory window to contest registration

Clerk Review:

Administrative review times vary by county and caseload

Enforcement Actions:

May proceed after registration is final or objections resolved

Key milestones from filing to enforcement

A typical milestone sequence helps coordinate filings, service, and follow-up enforcement steps.

01

Prepare Filing

Assemble order, affidavit, and supporting documents for submission

02

File Request

Clerk receives and stamps the Request, initiating case activity

03

Serve Respondent

Provide notice of registration and instructions to contest

04

Resolution or Enforcement

After any objections, enforce using local remedies such as garnishment

Common preparation pitfalls to avoid

  • Missing certified copy of the foreign order causes administrative rejection or delay.
  • Incorrect case numbers or party names hinder matching and notification efforts.
  • Insufficient proof of prior service invites contested registration or evidentiary hearings.
  • Failure to follow local filing formats or e-filing requirements leads to processing setbacks.

Consequences of an incomplete or incorrect Request

Processing Delays: Missing documents slow enforcement and collection
Loss of Remedies: Improper registration can prevent wage withholding
Additional Costs: Refiling, courier, and attorney fees may increase expenses
Contested Proceedings: Incomplete filings increase likelihood of hearings
Service Failures: Improper service can void registration attempts
Privacy Risks: Unsecured documents may violate confidentiality obligations

Document and data safeguards to preserve validity

Certified Copies: Use court-certified PDFs for authenticity
Secure Transmission: Transmit filings using encrypted channels
Audit Trail: Keep a timestamped record of filings and service
Access Controls: Limit access to case documents to authorized staff
Retention Policy: Preserve originals according to retention rules
Privacy Compliance: Redact sensitive financial or health details as required

Representative scenarios where registration is used

Two brief examples illustrate common use cases for registration and enforcement.

Interstate Support Enforcement

A custodial parent files to register an order from another state

  • the local agency confirms income details
  • registration allows immediate income withholding and arrears collection using New Hampshire enforcement tools and administrative processes.

Private Enforcement via Attorney

An attorney submits the Request with certified order and payment records

  • respondent fails to appear or contest
  • the court issues local enforcement measures including liens and contempt proceedings if warranted, based on registered order authority.

Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting

Common questions about filing, service, and next steps are addressed here to resolve typical issues encountered during registration.


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